1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 19 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | 3000GT | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
