1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
