1983 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 20 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 1000 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
