1974 Ford Capri vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
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, 1987 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Capri | 1000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |