1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 1 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na has manual transmission. 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
Model | Maepsy-Na | 6000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |