2006 Pontiac Torrent vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Torrent 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 548 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Torrent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Torrent. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Torrent | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Torrent | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
