2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 397 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (274 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | CR-V | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
