1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (190 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 209 kg more than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm). This means 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Safari | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
