1978 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari.

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, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Pontiac Grand Safari 2000 Porsche Boxster
Make Pontiac Porsche
Model Grand Safari Boxster
Year Released 1978 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4942 cc 2855 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 138 HP 249 HP
Torque 319 Nm 309 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5450 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2420 mm


 

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