1999 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz C | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | C | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |