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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 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 125 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 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 | 5999 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2950 mm |
