2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 21 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 204 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB 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:
2006 Isuzu KB | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
Model | KB | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2950 mm |