1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1985 Renault 9
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 9 would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1985 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1985 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Safari | 9 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5031 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
