2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. 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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Palio | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
