1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 21 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, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 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 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 6000 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
