1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grand Safari | Outback |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6558 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |