1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 1985 Buick Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Century, 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Grand Safari | Century |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2662 mm |
