2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sportage | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |