1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Vectra | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
