1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 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 61 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Grand Safari | C3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |