1984 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac 6000 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 6000 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
