1988 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru DL would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 686 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | 1984 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | DL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
