2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 480 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | QX56 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
