1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000

To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 5 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. Both 1983 Pontiac 6000 and 1988 Pontiac 6000 are equipped with a 2,474 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Pontiac 6000 1988 Pontiac 6000
Make Pontiac Pontiac
Model 6000 6000
Year Released 1983 1988
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2474 cc 2474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2670 mm


 

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