2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Vibe | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
