2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Santa Fe | 6000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |