1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000

To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000.

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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Italdesign Nazca 1987 Pontiac 1000
Make Italdesign Pontiac
Model Nazca 1000
Year Released 1991 1987
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2400 mm


 

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