1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 18 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, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 75 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 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | 6000 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
