1982 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, both 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix and 1982 Pontiac 1000 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,954 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
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. 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix 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. 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4954 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
