1983 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 1000 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
