1980 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Pontiac 1000 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
