1967 Opel Record vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 807 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Record | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |