1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 481 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Safari | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
