2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | 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 | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2950 mm |
