1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 213 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2950 mm |