2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 798 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | YRV | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |