1986 Citroen C vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Citroen C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 855 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C, 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
