1978 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2007 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 29 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, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 2007 Daewoo Tocsa, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daewoo Tocsa. (237 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daewoo Tocsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2007 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Daewoo |
| Model | Grand Safari | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
