2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 381 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Nitro | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2670 mm |
