1985 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1985 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 1000 | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
