1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet APV | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | APV | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |