2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 22 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2950 mm |
