1997 GMC Safari vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
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 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman 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 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
