1993 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 645 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 1979 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Feroza | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1800 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 |