2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 606 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Express | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |