1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3080 mm |
