1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 750 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Grand Safari | Midge |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |