1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 29 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | 6000 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 53 L |
