2002 Lada 119 vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 119 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 119 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 119 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 119, 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 Lada 119 (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 119 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | 119 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
