2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 16 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2950 mm |
