1991 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1991 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. 1991 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1982 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1982 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac 6000 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | 6000 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
