1978 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 887 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Safari | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |