1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
Model | Grand Safari | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |