1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 20 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica 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 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Safari | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
