1979 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |