1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1984 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Corsair | 6000 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |