2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 408 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Titan | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2950 mm |
