2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 266 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Avalanche | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |