2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 947 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | E | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |