2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 25 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 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 335 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, 2005 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Econovan | 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |