2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 29 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 759 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 2009 Infiniti QX56 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. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | QX56 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |
