1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 16 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Trans Sport | 6000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |