1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Pontiac Bonneville 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Pontiac Subaru
Model Bonneville Legacy
Year Released 1987 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 150 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Top Speed 177 km/hour 242 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1504 kg 1430 kg
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L


 

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