2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 55 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2950 mm |
