2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2003 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2003 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ascari | Pontiac |
Model | KZ1 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2950 mm |