1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 700 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 405 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
