1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2000 Holden Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 733 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Holden Astra, 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Grand Safari | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
