1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Safari | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
