1967 MG MGB vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1967 MG MGB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG MGB | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | MG | Pontiac |
Model | MGB | 1000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |