1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 30 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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.
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1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Safari | Korando |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |