1977 AMC Matador vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 61 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | AMC | Pontiac |
Model | Matador | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |