1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 369 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Esprit | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
