1984 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6000 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
