1985 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Because 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Safari | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
