1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 32 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 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 383 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Grand Safari | S80 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6558 cc | 2783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |