1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-7X is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X 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 | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Safari | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
