2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
