2005 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
