1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 905 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
