1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14, 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 14 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Safari | 14 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
