2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | CTS | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |