1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Baja |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6558 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
