2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 100 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Outlander | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
