2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 23 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Equinox | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 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 | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
