2008 MG TF vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 29 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 MG TF has manual transmission. 2008 MG TF 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:
2008 MG TF | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | MG | Pontiac |
Model | TF | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |