1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett III would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab Sonett III, 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1970 Saab Sonett III has manual transmission. 1970 Saab Sonett III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Safari | Sonett III |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5031 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
