1997 GMC Safari vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 955 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1955 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1955 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | GMC | Talbot |
Model | Safari | 2500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |