1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 449 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Safari | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
