1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |