2004 GMC Safari vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 15 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, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari.
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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |