1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 42 kg more than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 138 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
