1985 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 6000 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | 6000 | R2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
