2001 Ford Ka vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 920 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka, 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ka | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Ka | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |