1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Step Wagon | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Step Wagon | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |