2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 465 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo 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:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mondeo | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |