1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 29 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 755 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (699 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Safari | G |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
