1972 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Maverick | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Maverick | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |