1981 Pontiac Lemans vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Lemans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Lemans would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Lemans.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Lemans | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Lemans | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
