1986 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
