1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Outback |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
