1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | RS 200 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |