2008 Hummer H2 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H2 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |
