1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1990 Pontiac 6000 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. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | 6000 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |