2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 50 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2950 mm |
