1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 9 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1986 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 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Eldorado | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |