1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1988 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Taurus | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
