1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Grand Safari | S40 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2639 mm |