2004 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 18 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu YRV | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | YRV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
