2008 Opel Speedster vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Speedster | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Speedster | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |