1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 25 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 436 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.

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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Pontiac Pontiac
Model Grand Safari Bonneville
Year Released 1976 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 312 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 5450 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2860 mm


 

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