1986 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 24 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac 6000 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | 6000 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |