2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra 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:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
