1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 29 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, 2010 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 2010 Audi TT, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Grand Safari | TT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2469 mm |
