1956 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 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. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1956 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1956 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Humber Super Snipe | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Humber | Pontiac |
| Model | Super Snipe | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
