1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 326 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 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | 6000 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3048 mm |
