1983 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 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) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 752 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Grand Safari | Jazz |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |