2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 23 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 975 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
Model | Studebaker | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6751 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2950 mm |