2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra, 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Phedra | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
