1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 13 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 306 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
