1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 1 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | 2105 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |