2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 363 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
