2002 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1986 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | 1000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |