2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Equinox | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
