2000 Volvo S60 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 166 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.
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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S60 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:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Volvo | Pontiac |
| Model | S60 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
