1983 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 21 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 165 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 1000 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
