1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 870 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Safari | 1430 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |