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 |