1991 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 431 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac 6000 | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6000 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2858 mm |
