1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 405 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
