2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2670 mm |
