2007 Lexus IS vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS 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 120 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | IS | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |