1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 36 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Suzuki SX4, 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Safari | SX4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6558 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |