2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Lincoln Navigator.
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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | Navigator | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |