2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
