1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 479 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Safari | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |