1979 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, both 1979 Pontiac Phoenix and 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 723 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 1979 Pontiac Phoenix, 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. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1979 Pontiac Phoenix has manual transmission. 1979 Pontiac Phoenix 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.
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1979 Pontiac Phoenix | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Phoenix | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |