1988 Pontiac Banshee vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 251 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.
Because 1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 1988 Pontiac Banshee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Banshee has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Banshee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Banshee | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Banshee | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4042 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
