2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 26 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS 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 89 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | LS | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3931 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |