1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (135 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 187 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | Outback |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
