1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2.
Because 1989 Toyota MR2 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 1989 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 6000 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
