1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 24 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 745 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Pontiac Grand Safari 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Pontiac Tata
Model Grand Safari Indigo
Year Released 1986 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 5450 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm


 

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