2000 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Diamante | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
