1978 Buick Estate 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 Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 132 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 Estate (381 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Estate | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 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 | 381 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1748 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 |