1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 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 114 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 875 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 211 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
