2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CLK | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |