1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Laguna 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 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Safari | Laguna |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |