1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 52 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (180 Nm). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Grand Safari | 400 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
