2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Versa | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
