2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |
