2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 1988 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 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ulysse | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Ulysse | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |