1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 12 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 760 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | MPV | 1000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |