2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 17 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 335 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 1989 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 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Terraza | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |