2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B3000 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2950 mm |
