1972 Honda Z vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z 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 129 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Z, 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Z 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:
1972 Honda Z | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Z | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |