2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 135 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Colorado | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |