1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |