1993 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 780 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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 (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Feroza | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2950 mm |
