1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 7 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 47 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205. 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, 1988 Peugeot 205, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Peugeot 205 | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | 205 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |