1978 Buick Electra vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
