1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Am | Outback |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
