2007 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
