1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Taurus | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |