1983 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 23 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 17 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Safari | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |