1989 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 23 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 203 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac 6000 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6000 | CC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2708 mm |
