2006 Opel Antara vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Antara | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
