2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 773 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1983 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
