1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 17 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 941 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.

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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 2005 Toyota Tazz
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Grand Safari Tazz
Year Released 1988 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5031 cc 1295 cc
Horse Power 138 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 944 kg
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2800 mm


 

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