1984 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 27 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 2011 Saab 9-4X, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Safari | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
