2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CL | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |