1999 GMC Safari vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 615 kg more than 1976 Volvo 240. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | 240 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |