1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 21 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | 6000 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
