2007 MG ZT-T vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T 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 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T 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 70 kg more than 2007 MG ZT-T.
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, 2007 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2007 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 MG ZT-T | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | MG | Pontiac |
Model | ZT-T | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |