1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | Grand Safari | 400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |