1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 30 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1090 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lancia |
| Model | 1000 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3078 mm |
