2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Mini | Pontiac |
Model | Cooper | 6000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |