1986 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Because 1980 Volvo 245 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 1980 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 6000 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | 6000 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
