2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 606 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 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo XC60 | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Volvo | Pontiac |
Model | XC60 | 6000 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2670 mm |