1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Grand Safari | A6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2833 mm |
