2005 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 255 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
