2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
