1978 Ford LTD vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 3 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD.
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 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | LTD | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
