1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 655 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1983 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1983 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fairlane | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
