1985 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 25 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 320 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac 1000 | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Pontiac | Ascari |
Model | 1000 | A10 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2636 mm |