1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 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, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1986 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1000 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
