1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Pontiac | Smart |
| Model | Grand Safari | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1820 mm |
