1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre 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 71 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 903 kg more than 1968 Humber Sceptre. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Humber Sceptre 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Humber Pontiac
Model Sceptre Grand Safari
Year Released 1968 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1723 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 82 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 992 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2950 mm


 

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