1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 519 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Safari | Boxster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2416 mm |