1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 6000 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
