2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Expedition | 6000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |