2007 Kia Carens vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 351 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Carens | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |