1985 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 537 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.
Because 1985 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 1000 | 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Pontiac | Daewoo |
| Model | 1000 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
