1983 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 28 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion 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 310 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
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, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fusion 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 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Safari | Fusion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2728 mm |