1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
| Model | Navigator | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
