2000 Audi S8 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 16 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S8 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
