2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Pajero | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |