1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | RS 200 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |