2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Frontier | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 5031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2950 mm |
