1980 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 23 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, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 will offer significantly more control. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Safari | R2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
