1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 539 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dart | Safari |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |