1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE

To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 37 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
Make Pontiac Jaguar
Model Grand Safari F-TYPE
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 138 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 5450 mm 4961 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2053 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2909 mm


 

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