2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | FX | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
