1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 21 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Safari | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
