2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Because 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Murano | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1738 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
