1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar MK II | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | MK II | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2481 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |