1982 Hyundai Pony vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, both 1982 Hyundai Pony and 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 860 kg more than 1982 Hyundai Pony.
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. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1982 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1982 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Hyundai Pony | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Pony | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
