1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Golf |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |