2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Endeavor | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
