1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 23 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 435 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | 6000 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 73 L |
