2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan, 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dacia | Pontiac |
Model | Logan | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |