1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 24 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 474 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2013 Jeep Patriot, 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Safari | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
