1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Meteor | 6000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |