2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 36 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
