1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 23 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, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 2010 Lexus RX, 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, 2010 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Lexus RX | |
Make | Pontiac | Lexus |
Model | Grand Safari | RX |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |