1991 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 22 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, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac 6000 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | 6000 | RIO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
