1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 10 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Donkervoort | Pontiac |
Model | D8 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |