2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 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 86 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Atos | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Atos | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |