2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Econovan | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |