1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 208 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
