1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 215 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Safari | Tundra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6558 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |