1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 23 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 268 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Grand Safari | Maxima |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5031 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |