1989 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac 6000 | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6000 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
