1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 32 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo 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 470 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo.
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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Exeo 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 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Safari | Exeo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2642 mm |