1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 31 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 600 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster 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 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Safari | Duster |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2673 mm |