2008 Nissan Versa vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Versa | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
