1966 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 898 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Cortina | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Safari |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 102 L |
