1976 Buick Estate vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 157 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Estate | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
