1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 32 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 856 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 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti QX has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti QX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | Grand Safari | QX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3075 mm |