2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 33 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR 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 148 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | XLR | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |