2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |