2006 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 558 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
