1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 13 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 675 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 306. 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, 2002 Peugeot 306, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
Model | Grand Safari | 306 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |