1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Safari | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
