2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 707 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Armada | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
