2008 Kia Carens vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 24 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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 Kia Carens, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Carens | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
