1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 363 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Safari | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |