2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X Activity | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
