2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Colorado | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |