1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Sierra | 6000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |