1983 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Safari | Passat |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |