1983 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 25 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, 2008 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
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, 2008 Rover 75, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Grand Safari | 75 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
