2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Sirion | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
