1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 33 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
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, 2009 Renault Clio, 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio 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 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Safari | Clio |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |