1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type 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 147 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | S-Type | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |