1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 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 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 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 650 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 626 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
