1964 NSU 1000 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1964 NSU 1000. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1964 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU 1000 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | NSU | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
