1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Panda, 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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Panda | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Panda | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2950 mm |