1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 4 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, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
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 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | 6000 | 216 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
