1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2000 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 616 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Outback |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
