1988 Audi 200 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Because 1986 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 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200, 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 200 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
