2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 487 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
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 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Commander | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |