1989 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 20 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac 6000 | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | 6000 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
