1989 Audi V8 vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
