2009 Nissan Cube vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Cube. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Cube.
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, 2009 Nissan Cube, 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 (440 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Cube | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cube | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
