2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | BT-50 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
