2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 25 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Doblo | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
