1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Safari | Vibe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |