1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 285 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Grand Safari | C4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |