1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fiesta | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
