1985 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 568 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 1000 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
