1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 6000 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 87 L |
