1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 156 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Odyssey | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |