1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
