2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 518 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1980 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1980 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | 1000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |