2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
