2001 MG ZT vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2001 MG ZT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 MG ZT weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MG ZT | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | ZT | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
