1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |
