2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 32 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | X-Trail | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
