1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 83 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
