1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2005 Suzuki Swift, 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 (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Safari | Swift |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |