2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 227 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Terracan | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |