2008 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | MDX | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |