2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| 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 | 148 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
