1976 Opel Commodore vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Because 1976 Opel Commodore 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 1976 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Commodore | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
