1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1999 Audi TT | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Grand Safari | TT |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |