2007 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 146 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 1988 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
