1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 19 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Safari | Rexton |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |