1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, both 1983 Pontiac 6000 and 1983 TVR Tasmin were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1983 TVR Tasmin 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 1983 TVR Tasmin. 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 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1983 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1983 TVR Tasmin 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:
1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Pontiac | TVR |
Model | 6000 | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |