1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 37 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 880 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Safari | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
