1992 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | 6000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |