2008 Ford Territory vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Ford Territory is newer by 24 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Territory | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Territory | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
