1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 20 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 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 448 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
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, 2006 Pontiac G6, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Safari | G6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
