1982 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Safari | Fronte |
Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 785 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2250 mm |