2002 Lexus GX vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2002 Lexus GX is newer by 18 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus GX weights approximately 432 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 2002 Lexus GX 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, 2002 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus GX | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | GX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
