2001 Acura NSX vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 18 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, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |