1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang 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 1982 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | 6000 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |