2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 17 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2950 mm |
