2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 650 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 Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | 6000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2670 mm |