2005 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (346 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |