1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 28 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 760 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. 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, 2012 Geely CK, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Geely CK has manual transmission. 2012 Geely CK 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 | 2012 Geely CK | |
| Make | Pontiac | Geely |
| Model | Grand Safari | CK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
