1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1984 Renault Siete is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1984 Renault Siete 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 | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 6000 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
