1991 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 328 kg more than 1991 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac 6000 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | 6000 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
