1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | Grand Safari | Elantra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5031 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |