2004 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 579 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |