1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
Model | Avanti | 6000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |