1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Pajero | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |