2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 19 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H3 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
