2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK 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 42 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XK | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 274 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |