2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |