1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 19 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica 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 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | 6000 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
