1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 25 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS4. 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, 2011 Brilliance BS4, 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2011 Brilliance BS4 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.
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1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Brilliance |
Model | Grand Safari | BS4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |