1999 GMC Safari vs. 1976 Volvo 265
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 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 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 39 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | 265 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |