2006 Acura RL vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | RL | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |