1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 23 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Safari | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2916 mm |
