1984 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac 6000 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | 6000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |