1988 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Safari | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5031 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
