1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Sunbird | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
