2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 528 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
Model | Tacuma | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |