2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon 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:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Sport Wagon | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
