2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 792 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Express Grand Safari
Year Released 2006 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 285 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2950 mm


 

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