1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 14 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 402 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Safari | Leon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |