2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 23 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 308 kg more than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Avalanche | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
