1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1999 Suzuki C2
To start off, 1999 Suzuki C2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1999 Suzuki C2.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki C2. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1999 Suzuki C2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Safari | C2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 852 kg |
