1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 32 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Geely Ck1. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 835 kg more than 2011 Geely Ck1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Geely Ck1, 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 (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Geely Ck1 has manual transmission. 2011 Geely Ck1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
Make | Pontiac | Geely |
Model | Grand Safari | Ck1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |