2008 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A3 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |