1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1982 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 4000.
Because 1982 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 4000 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1982 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Grand Safari | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
