1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 87 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.
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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac 1000 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | 1000 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |