2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | G | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
