2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Tonka | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2670 mm |
