1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 514 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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 Volkswagen GTI, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Safari | GTI |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |