1975 Audi 100 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 100 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
