2002 Infiniti G35 vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G35 is newer by 21 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35 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 290 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G35.
Because 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G35 | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | G35 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
