1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 504 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Safari | Jetta |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2651 mm |