1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 12 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 570 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | 1000 | 928 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |