2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 362 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Outlander | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
