1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Corsair | 6000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |