2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 27 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G8 | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | G8 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |