1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1366 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.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3670 mm |
