2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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 270 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Maverick | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Maverick | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |