1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 34 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 39 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Safari | GLK |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1831 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2756 mm |