1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 22 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | 6000 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
