1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. 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 (339 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Nomad | Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
