1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
