1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2007 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 26 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 41 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2007 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Grand Safari | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
