2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 207 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
