2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 289 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | EX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 69 L |
