2001 Lexus LX vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 17 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 1120 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 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | LX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
