1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 25 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | 6000 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
