1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 910 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault. 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. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | Renault | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
