1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 594 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Safari | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |