1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 955 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1971 Seat 124 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Safari | 124 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |