1980 Ford Taunus vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Taunus 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 1980 Ford Taunus. 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 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Taunus | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
