2009 Kia Opirus vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 97 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus, 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, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Opirus | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Opirus | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |