1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 716 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 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 1965 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Grand Prix | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
