1989 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |