1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone, 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grand Safari | Leone |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |