1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1989 Acura Legend
To start off, both 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari and 1989 Acura Legend were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Legend (163 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Legend 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 525 kg more than 1989 Acura Legend.
Because 1989 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 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Acura Legend, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1989 Acura Legend | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Grand Safari | Legend |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
