2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 299 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Rainier | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
