1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | 6000 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |