1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1999 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Felicia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari 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) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1999 Skoda Felicia, 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1999 Skoda Felicia 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 | 1999 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Safari | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5031 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
