1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Safari | F-450 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5031 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4379 mm |