1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1984 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1984 Talbot Horizon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 81 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 925 kg more than 1984 Talbot Horizon. 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, 1984 Talbot Horizon, 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Horizon. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1984 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1984 Talbot Horizon 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:
| 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1984 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | Grand Safari | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
