2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Because 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Vibe | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 69 L |
