1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep 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 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Safari | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
