2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |