1991 Toyota Century vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1991 Toyota Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Century | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
Model | Century | 6000 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |