2010 Acura TSX vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TSX weights approximately 232 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2010 Acura TSX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2010 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2010 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura TSX | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | TSX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2670 mm |
