1992 Nissan Terrano vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Terrano | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Terrano | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
