1962 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 847 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Capri | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
