2006 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
