2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 138 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Quest | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Quest | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |