2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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, 2003 Mazda 6, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 6 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 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 | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
