2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
