1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda 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 78 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 985 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Safari | Ronda |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |