2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR 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 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 1983 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 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | HHR | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
