1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 18 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Safari | Liana |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |