1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 324 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | E | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
