Pontiac 6000 1988-91
This is one of
the last of the A-Cars, sharing a chassis with the Buick Century, Oldsmobile
Cutlass Ciera, and Chevrolet Celebrity.
1990-91 models got the awful GM door-mounted seat belts, and all models
had antilock brakes, but airbags were never offered.
Engines range from underpowered to adequate, and no high-powered engines
are offered. The ride is firm but
comfortable, except on bumpy roads.
Handling is as good as most cars in the class.
The interior room is adequate for all occupants.
Mechanically, like all A-Cars, the 6000 is trouble prone, requiring much
attention.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
98 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,776 |
G, A |
335 kg |
1.21 tons |
1+4 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
110 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,836 |
G, A |
335 kg |
1.24 tons |
1+4 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
125 hp V-6 Coupe |
$5,910 |
G, A |
335 kg |
1.28 tons |
1+4 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 Coupe |
$5,984 |
G, A |
335 kg |
1.32 tons |
1+4 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
98 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,676 |
G, A |
335 kg |
1.22 tons |
1+4 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
110 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,736 |
G, A |
335 kg |
1.25 tons |
1+4 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
125 hp V-6 Sedan |
$5,810 |
G, A |
335 kg |
1.29 tons |
1+4 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 Sedan |
$5,884 |
G, A |
720 kg |
1.33 tons |
1+7 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
98 hp I-4 Wagon |
$5,876 |
G, A |
720 kg |
1.3 tons |
1+7 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
110 hp I-4 Wagon |
$5,936 |
G, A |
720 kg |
1.33 tons |
1+7 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
125 hp V-6 Wagon |
$6,010 |
G, A |
720 kg |
1.37 tons |
1+7 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 Wagon |
$6,084 |
G, A |
720 kg |
1.41 tons |
1+7 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
98 hp I-4 Coupe |
225/22 |
62/6 |
63 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
110 hp I-4 Coupe |
245/24 |
68/7 |
63 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
125 hp V-6 Coupe |
268/26 |
74/7 |
63 |
55 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 Coupe |
289/28 |
80/8 |
63 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
98 hp I-4 Sedan |
223/22 |
61/6 |
63 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
110 hp I-4 Sedan |
243/24 |
67/7 |
63 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
125 hp V-6 Sedan |
266/26 |
73/7 |
63 |
55 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 Sedan |
286/28 |
79/8 |
63 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
98 hp I-4 Wagon |
211/21 |
58/6 |
63 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
110 hp I-4 Wagon |
230/23 |
64/6 |
63 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
125 hp V-6 Wagon |
251/24 |
69/7 |
63 |
55 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 Wagon |
271/26 |
75/8 |
63 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Bonneville
1992-99
This is a luxury
sedan with excellent performance due to the powerful engines provided.
Of the three, the supercharged 240-horsepower V-6 is the most expensive
to operate, having the worst fuel economy and requiring premium unleaded
gasoline for proper operation. The
Bonneville is equipped only with an automatic transmission, but this
transmission is smooth and prompt.
The Bonneville is equipped with Computer Control Ride, with three settings; the
Normal setting is best for most purposes, the Touring mode is for highway
driving, as with normal driving or city driving, the suspension gets a little
too bouncy in this mode.
Performance mode is for enhanced handling and stability at all speeds; it is
designed for winding roads and does not do well in absorbing bumps.
Interior space is ample and appointments plush.
The trunk is huge and low, easy to load.
Though there is no game metric for it, the supercharged engines (240
horsepower and the 225-horsepower engines) should accelerate faster and perform
better than other comparable engines at high altitudes.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
170 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,436 |
G, A |
380 kg |
1.56 tons |
1+5 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
205 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,610 |
G, A |
380 kg |
1.65 tons |
1+5 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
225 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,710 |
G, A |
380 kg |
1.7 tons |
1+5 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
240 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,784 |
G, A |
380 kg |
1.74 tons |
1+5 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
170 hp V-6 Sedan |
298/29 |
83/8 |
68 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
205 hp V-6 Sedan |
337/32 |
94/9 |
68 |
91 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
225 hp V-6 Sedan |
358/34 |
100/10 |
68 |
100 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
240 hp V-6 Sedan |
372/36 |
103/10 |
68 |
107 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Firebird
1993-00
This is a
high-performance sports car, one of the "muscle cars."
There are three versions, the coupe, the convertible, and the Firebird
Trans Am equipped with the most powerful V-8 320-horsepower engines.
The suspension is a compromise between a softer ride and handling, and
strikes a good balance in this regard.
The high-performance tires whine loudly, increasing their noise as speed
or severity or turns or maneuvers increase, but grip the road well.
The low suspension can make the Firebird hard to get into, especially for
the tall. Seat cushions are
adequate for short trips, but can get uncomfortable on long drives.
Rear seats are worse, narrow, hard, and lacking in legroom or headroom.
The trunk is deep but small, not holding much.
If you want raw performance, this is the car for you, but otherwise, most
other vehicles are more practical.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
$5,984 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.5 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
200 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,184 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.6 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
275 hp V-8 Coupe |
$6,556 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.79 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
305 hp V-8 Coupe |
$6,704 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.86 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
320 hp V-8 Coupe |
$6,784 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.9 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp V-6 Convertible |
$6,184 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.58 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
200 hp V-6 Convertible |
$6,384 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.68 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
275 hp V-8 Convertible |
$6,756 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.87 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
305 hp V-8 Convertible |
$6,904 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.94 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
320 hp V-8 Convertible |
$6,984 |
G, A |
275 kg |
1.98 tons |
1+3 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
291/28 |
81/8 |
59 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
200 hp V-6 Coupe |
339/33 |
94/9 |
59 |
89 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
275 hp V-8 Coupe |
412/40 |
115/11 |
59 |
123 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
305 hp V-8 Coupe |
438/42 |
121/12 |
59 |
136 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
320 hp V-8 Coupe |
451/43 |
125/12 |
59 |
143 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp V-6 Convertible |
277/27 |
77/8 |
59 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
200 hp V-6 Convertible |
323/31 |
89/9 |
59 |
89 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
275 hp V-8 Convertible |
392/38 |
109/11 |
59 |
123 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
305 hp V-8 Convertible |
417/40 |
115/11 |
59 |
136 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
320 hp V-8 Convertible |
429/41 |
119/19 |
59 |
143 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Grand Am
1992-98
This is a
compact sedan in a class with cars such as the Toyota Camry or Honda Accord.
Performance with the base engines is only adequate, helped only by the
Grand Am's low weight, but engine power greatly increases from there.
The engines are fuel efficient, but not as much as competitors' vehicles.
The base suspension offers a fairly good ride, but the more popular SE
and GT versions have progressively better suspensions, trading ride quality for
handling. All models of the Grand
Am are equipped with very efficient antilock brakes that stop the car unusually
fast, and can lead to "nosedive." The rear seat room is better than most cars of
this class due to thin front seat backs and better mounting of the rear seat.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
115 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,964 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.31 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
120 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,984 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.32 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
150 hp I-4 Coupe |
$6,136 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.4 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
155 hp I-4 Coupe |
$6,164 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.41 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
155 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,164 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.41 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,184 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.42 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
180 hp I-4 Coupe |
$6,284 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.47 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
115 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,864 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.34 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
120 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,884 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.35 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
150 hp I-4 Sedan |
$6,036 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.43 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
155 hp I-4 Sedan |
$6,064 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.44 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
155 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,064 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.44 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,084 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.45 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
180 hp I-4 Sedan |
$6,184 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.5 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
115 hp I-4 Coupe |
243/23 |
68/7 |
58 |
51 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
120 hp I-4 Coupe |
250/24 |
69/7 |
58 |
53 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
150 hp I-4 Coupe |
293/28 |
81/8 |
58 |
67 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
155 hp I-4 Coupe |
301/29 |
84/8 |
58 |
69 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
155 hp V-6 Coupe |
301/29 |
84/8 |
58 |
69 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
306/29 |
85/8 |
58 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
180 hp I-4 Coupe |
332/32 |
92/9 |
58 |
80 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
115 hp I-4 Sedan |
238/23 |
67/7 |
58 |
51 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
120 hp I-4 Sedan |
245/23 |
68/7 |
58 |
53 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
150 hp I-4 Sedan |
287/27 |
79/8 |
58 |
67 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
155 hp I-4 Sedan |
295/28 |
82/8 |
58 |
69 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
155 hp V-6 Sedan |
295/28 |
82/8 |
58 |
69 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp V-6 Sedan |
300/28 |
83/8 |
58 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
180 hp I-4 Sedan |
325/31 |
90/9 |
58 |
80 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Grand Prix
1990-96
This is a more
powerful sports coupe/sedan, a step up from the Grand Am, with better
appointments, more room, and more engine power.
The base 4-cylinder offers a compromise between power and fuel economy,
but the base 6-cylinder gives a better response at low speeds and better
acceleration. The turbocharged 205
horsepower V-6 also has excellent power response, but can suffer from a lag in
power when the gas pedal is pushed at high speeds, a phenomenon known as "turbo
lag." The high-end V-6 offers the
best speed, but less low speed power and acceleration.
Dashboard instrument and control placement on early models is awkward,
but 1994 and later models have a greatly revised layout that is ergonomically
sound. The suspension is well
tuned, combining ride and handling.
Handling is excellent on Grand Prixes equipped with the optional Y99 suspension
package, at the expense of ride, The handling on this suspension rivals that of
far more expensive European sports sedans.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
140 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,384 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.47 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp I-4 Coupe |
$6,484 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.52 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,484 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.52 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
205 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,610 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.63 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
210 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,646 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.64 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
215 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,666 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.65 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,284 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.51 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp I-4 Sedan |
$6,384 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.56 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,384 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.56 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
205 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,510 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.67 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
210 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,546 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.68 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
215 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,566 |
G, A |
340 kg |
1.69 tons |
1+5 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
140 hp V-6 Coupe |
261/25 |
73/7 |
63 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp I-4 Coupe |
287/28 |
80/8 |
63 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
287/28 |
80/8 |
63 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
205 hp V-6 Coupe |
341/33 |
95/9 |
63 |
91 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
210 hp V-6 Coupe |
348/33 |
96/9 |
63 |
94 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
215 hp V-6 Coupe |
352/34 |
98/9 |
63 |
96 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 Sedan |
255/24 |
71/7 |
63 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp I-4 Sedan |
280/27 |
78/8 |
63 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp V-6 Sedan |
280/27 |
78/8 |
63 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
205 hp V-6 Sedan |
333/32 |
93/9 |
63 |
91 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
210 hp V-6 Sedan |
340/33 |
94/9 |
63 |
94 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
215 hp V-6 Sedan |
344/33 |
96/9 |
63 |
96 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Grand Prix
1997-00
This reworked
midsized Pontiac was on track to be a very high-selling car.
The engines of the previous model were replaced with more powerful ones,
and this, coupled with only a modest increase in weight, increased performance.
Acceleration with all engines is fast, almost neck-snapping with the
supercharged V-6; unfortunately, the supercharged engine requires premium fuel
for proper performance. The 1997
Grand Prix is available only in automatic transmission, but this transmission
works seamlessly with the engine, providing quick bursts of power without
complaint and shifting almost imperceptibly.
The 1997 Grand Prix is also more agile than previous models, with
surefooted turns and good road feel; SE and GT models add a soft ride to this
handling. The interior is big, even
with 5 people, but the back seats are not very comfortable.
The dashboard looks cluttered, but provides a lot of information.
The buttons for the stereo seem haphazardly placed and can be difficult
to find in a hurry. The rear deck sits high, and the window opening is narrow,
which can impede backing up maneuvers; I experienced this firsthand on a 1998
model, backing into another car on the lot during a test drive.
(Luckily, the damage was only cosmetic and I was not charged.)
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,334 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.54 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
175 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,406 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.58 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
195 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,506 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.63 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
200 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,534 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.64 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
240 hp V-6 Coupe |
$6,734 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.74 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
160 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,234 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.55 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
175 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,306 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.59 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
195 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,406 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.64 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
200 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,434 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.65 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
240 hp V-6 Sedan |
$6,634 |
G, A |
355 kg |
1.75 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
160 hp V-6 Coupe |
284/27 |
79/8 |
68 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
175 hp V-6 Coupe |
301/29 |
84/8 |
68 |
78 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
195 hp V-6 Coupe |
324/31 |
90/9 |
68 |
87 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
200 hp V-6 Coupe |
331/32 |
92/9 |
68 |
89 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
240 hp V-6 Coupe |
372/36 |
103/10 |
68 |
107 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
160 hp V-6 Sedan |
282/27 |
78/8 |
68 |
71 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
175 hp V-6 Sedan |
299/29 |
83/8 |
68 |
78 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
195 hp V-6 Sedan |
322/31 |
89/9 |
68 |
87 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
200 hp V-6 Sedan |
329/32 |
91/9 |
68 |
89 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
240 hp V-6 Sedan |
369/36 |
102/10 |
68 |
107 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac LeMans
1990-92
This version of
the LeMans cannot be confused with the big, powerful namesake of the
1960s-1980s. This LeMans is a small
car designed for the first time buyer.
It is a German design built by Kia in South Korea under contract to
Pontiac. The vehicle suffers from
design defects and poor quality control, and sales were also hurt by lack of
availability due to strikes in Korea at the time of manufacture.
The worst design defect was the brakes; they were undersized, did not
stop the vehicle well, and wore out very rapidly.
Another design defect are the engines, both weak and underpowered, and
the base engine barely moves the car.
The front seat room is adequate, but adult rear seat occupants are not
generally happy. The best feature
is the trunk, which is large and well-shaped.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
74 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,246 |
G, A |
315 kg |
977 kg |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
96 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,360 |
G, A |
315 kg |
1.04 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
74 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,146 |
G, A |
315 kg |
1.01 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
96 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,260 |
G, A |
315 kg |
1.07 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
74 hp I-4 Coupe |
211/20 |
59/6 |
52 |
33 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
96 hp I-4 Coupe |
256/25 |
71/7 |
52 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
74 hp I-4 Sedan |
205/20 |
57/6 |
52 |
33 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
96 hp I-4 Sedan |
249/24 |
69/7 |
52 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac LeMans 1993
This is the last
of the LeMans line, and a rather ignoble end to a good name.
The 96-horsepower engine was discontinued, and the vehicle is only a few
kilograms lighter, so all you get is a cheap car with poor performance and a
slightly better options set, and a slightly larger frame.
However, quality control was even worse on this model, and the
crashworthiness is even worse.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
74 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,246 |
G, A |
325 kg |
969 kg |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
74 hp I-4 Coupe |
212/20 |
59/6 |
52 |
33 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Sunbird
1987-94
My mother once
owned the 1990 sedan version of this car, and was not impressed by it, trading
it in the next year for a Toyota Corolla.
The Sunbird is not a mechanically reliable car, not is it strongly built,
and little things go wrong with it all the time.
She was also not impressed with its performance, but this is probably
because she had the base I-4 engine.
Handling is very good, however; the car has a stiff suspension that makes
for good handling, but also makes the ride harsh.
There is an optional sport suspension, which has both a better ride and
better handling. The front seat
room is good even for tall people, but the seats lack lower back support, which
can make long trips uncomfortable.
Trunk space is good for a car of its size, but the opening is small, making
loading difficult. The rear seat
folds down for storage of large items.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
96 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
$5,320 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.07 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
111 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
$5,394 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.11 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 2-Door Coupe |
$5,534 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.18 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
165 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
$5,660 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.24 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
96 hp I-4 3-Door Coupe |
$5,320 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.09 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
111 hp I-4 3-Door Coupe |
$5,394 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.13 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 3-Door Coupe |
$5,534 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.2 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
165 hp I-4 3-Door Coupe |
$5,660 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.26 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
96 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,220 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.09 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
111 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,294 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.13 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 Sedan |
$5,434 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.2 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
165 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,560 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.26 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
96 hp I-4 Convertible |
$5,520 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.17 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
111 hp I-4 Convertible |
$5,694 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.21 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 Convertible |
$5,734 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.28 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
165 hp I-4 Convertible |
$5,860 |
G, A |
300 kg |
1.34 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
96 hp I-4 Wagon |
$5,420 |
G, A |
700 kg |
1.13 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
111 hp I-4 Wagon |
$5,494 |
G, A |
700 kg |
1.17 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
140 hp V-6 Wagon |
$5,634 |
G, A |
700 kg |
1.24 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
165 hp I-4 Wagon |
$5,760 |
G, A |
700 kg |
1.3 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
96 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
249/24 |
69/7 |
52 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
111 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
275/26 |
76/7 |
52 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 2-Door Coupe |
321/31 |
89/9 |
52 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
165 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
354/34 |
98/9 |
52 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
96 hp I-4 3-Door Coupe |
245/24 |
68/7 |
52 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
111 hp I-4 3-Door Coupe |
271/26 |
75/7 |
52 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 3-Door Coupe |
316/31 |
88/9 |
52 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
165 hp I-4 3-Door Coupe |
348/33 |
96/9 |
52 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
96 hp I-4 Sedan |
245/24 |
68/7 |
52 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
111 hp I-4 Sedan |
271/26 |
75/7 |
52 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 Sedan |
316/31 |
88/9 |
52 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
165 hp I-4 Sedan |
348/33 |
96/9 |
52 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
96 hp I-4 Convertible |
229/22 |
63/6 |
52 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
111 hp I-4 Convertible |
253/24 |
70/7 |
52 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 Convertible |
295/29 |
82/8 |
52 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
165 hp I-4 Convertible |
326/31 |
90/9 |
52 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
96 hp I-4 Wagon |
237/23 |
66/6 |
52 |
43 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
111 hp I-4 Wagon |
262/25 |
72/7 |
52 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
140 hp V-6 Wagon |
306/30 |
85/9 |
52 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
165 hp I-4 Wagon |
337/32 |
93/9 |
52 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Sunfire
1995-00
This is basically a
product-improved Sunbird, with an improved suspension, longer wheelbase, and
stiffer, stronger structure. The
interior is quite a bit larger and offers more room, especially in the back.
Steering response can be a bit lazy, however.
Engine noise at low speeds can be a bit loud, but settles down to a
comfortable growl at higher speeds.
The engines provided are matched with an efficient automatic transmission, a
rarity in a car of its class. The
150-horsepower I-4 is actually two engines, one a 2.3-liter and one a 2.4-liter.
The 2.4-liter engine possesses more torque and should accelerate faster
than the 2.3-liter engine. There’s
just no easy way to simulate this in game terms other than a GM’s call.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
120 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,824 |
G, A |
295 kg |
1.22 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
150 hp I-4 Coupe |
$5,976 |
G, A |
295 kg |
1.29 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
120 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,724 |
G, A |
295 kg |
1.24 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
150 hp I-4 Sedan |
$5,876 |
G, A |
295 kg |
1.31 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
120 hp I-4 Convertible |
$5,924 |
G, A |
295 kg |
1.29 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
150 hp I-4 Convertible |
$6,076 |
G, A |
295 kg |
1.36 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
120 hp I-4 Coupe |
268/26 |
75/7 |
58 |
53 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
150 hp I-4 Coupe |
316/30 |
88/8 |
58 |
67 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
120 hp I-4 Sedan |
265/26 |
74/7 |
58 |
53 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
150 hp I-4 Sedan |
313/30 |
87/8 |
58 |
67 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
120 hp I-4 Convertible |
255/25 |
71/7 |
58 |
53 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
150 hp I-4 Convertible |
301/29 |
84/8 |
58 |
67 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Trans Sport
1990-96
This is another
version of the Chevy Lumina APV minivan, this time sold by Pontiac.
It is lighter, but more expensive, using a wider array of more compact
and more efficient extras and accessories, providing a greater level of luxury,
and things like better upholstery, seat fabric or leather, and more comfortable
seats. The result is a minivan that
is significantly more RL expensive than the Lumina APV, but a bit lighter.
The engines used in the Trans Sport are the same as in the Lumina APV,
but slightly more fuel economy is realized due to better tuning and the lesser
weight. Towing with the Trans Sport is 1.83 tons.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
120 hp V-6 Minivan |
$7,290 |
G, A |
1 ton |
1.63 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
165 hp V-6 Minivan |
$7,516 |
G, A |
1 ton |
1.74 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
170 hp V-6 Minivan |
$7,542 |
G, A |
1 ton |
1.75 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
180 hp V-6 Minivan |
$7,590 |
G, A |
1 ton |
1.77 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
120 hp V-6 Minivan |
206/20 |
57/6 |
76 |
53 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
165 hp V-6 Minivan |
261/25 |
72/7 |
76 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
170 hp V-6 Minivan |
268/26 |
74/7 |
76 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
180 hp V-6 Minivan |
278/27 |
77/7 |
76 |
80 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Pontiac Trans Sport
1997-00
This Pontiac
minivan is a version of the Chevrolet Venture.
However, the Trans Sport 1997 is a loaded version of the Venture, with a
plethora of accessories and options to fit almost any comfort level, even things
like captain's chairs and a video system.
The result is a vehicle that is much more expensive and significantly
heavier than the Venture, but an excellent value.
Of course, more equipment and accessories mean more things to break down,
which may be a consideration in a Twilight 2000 scenario. The towing capacity is
1.87 tons.
|
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
180 hp V-6 SWB Minivan |
$7,082 |
G, A |
1.05 tons |
1.69 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
185 hp V-6 SWB Minivan |
$7,108 |
G, A |
1.05 tons |
1.7 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
180 hp V-6 LWB Minivan |
$7,294 |
G, A |
1.15 tons |
1.79 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
185 hp V-6 LWB Minivan |
$7,320 |
G, A |
1.15 tons |
1.8 tons |
1+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
180 hp V-6 SWB Minivan |
291/28 |
81/8 |
76 |
80 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
185 hp V-6 SWB Minivan |
297/29 |
82/8 |
76 |
82 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
180 hp V-6 LWB Minivan |
276/27 |
77/8 |
95 |
80 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
|
185 hp V-6 LWB Minivan |
282/27 |
78/8 |
95 |
82 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |