2009 Acura TSX vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 368 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | TSX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
