2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Magnum | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Magnum | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |