1998 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 18 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 601 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (400 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari.

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