2010 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 293 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000. 1985 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
