1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 6000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |
