1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Rasheen 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Rasheen | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Rasheen | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
