2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Lacetti | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
