1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 20 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 5 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 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | 6000 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 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 | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
