1978 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Safari | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |