1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Safari | S-10 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |