1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Pontiac Bonneville 1991 Subaru Legacy
Make Pontiac Subaru
Model Bonneville Legacy
Year Released 1990 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 150 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2590 mm


 

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