1985 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac 6000 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | 6000 | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |