1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 31 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (104 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 875 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Symbol, 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (274 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Safari | Symbol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 274 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2473 mm |