1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1997 Saturn SL
To start off, 1997 Saturn SL is newer by 14 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 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 23 more horse power than 1997 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Saturn SL. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saturn SL. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1997 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1997 Saturn SL 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 | 1997 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | 6000 | SL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
