1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2004 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2004 Saab 9-7X is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2004 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Safari | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
