1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 538 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
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 Pontiac G6, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Safari | G6 |
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 | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |