2004 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 2004 Audi A3, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A3 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |