2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 291 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 1979 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Colorado | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |