2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 14 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Envoy | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
