1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Alfa 6 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |