1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | 6000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
