1986 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 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 6 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440. 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 6000 | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | 6000 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
