2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 205 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
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 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | GTO | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |