1978 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 27 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Safari | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
