1985 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, both 1985 Audi 80 and 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 870 kg more than 1985 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 80, 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 80 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | 80 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |