2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Bravo | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
