1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 30 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Safari | Ignis |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |