1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 171 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Grand Safari | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
