2005 Ford Taurus vs. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 1987 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 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Taurus | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
