1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Grand Safari | Octavia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |