1977 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Bonneville | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Bonneville | Leone |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |