1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 11 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 498 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Daytona | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Daytona | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |