1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 100 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | 6000 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
