1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 512 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Safari | Touareg |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |