1980 Mazda 323 vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 992 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 323 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
