2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 23 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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | STS-V | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
