1980 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (181 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 73 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
Model | Grand Safari | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |