1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Because 1991 Porsche 968 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 1991 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | 6000 | 968 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |