1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 16 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | QX4 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |