1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan

To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1967 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1967 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Pontiac Grand Safari 1967 TVR Tuscan
Make Pontiac TVR
Model Grand Safari Tuscan
Year Released 1989 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 4727 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 139 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 5450 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2290 mm


 

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