1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 23 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Safari | Baja |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
