1972 Ford Custom 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 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 24 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Custom | Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |
