2001 Honda Fuya Jo vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 2001 Honda Fuya Jo 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. 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 Honda Fuya Jo, 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 (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. (149 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Fuya Jo 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Honda Pontiac
Model Fuya Jo Grand Safari
Year Released 2001 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 127 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 320 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1870 kg
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2950 mm


 

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