1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Voyager | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Voyager | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
