2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 453 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | 1000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |