2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
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, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Bantam | 6000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |