1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 507 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Safari | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
