1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Grand Safari | CR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |