1975 Ford Escort vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 908 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
