1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 66 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | 6000 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |