1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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 Volvo V50, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Grand Safari | V50 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2345 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |