2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Express | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
