1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Smart Roadster 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 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Pontiac | Smart |
Model | Grand Safari | Roadster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |