1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 27 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, 2004 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.
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, 2004 Opel Signum, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2004 Opel Signum | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Grand Safari | Signum |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |