1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 28 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | 6000 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
