2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
