1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 465 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grand Safari | Forester |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
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 | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 321 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 | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |