1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2950 mm |