1967 Jensen FF vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jensen FF | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
Model | FF | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |