2000 GMC Safari vs. 1968 Marcos 1600

To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Safari 1968 Marcos 1600
Make GMC Marcos
Model Safari 1600
Year Released 2000 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 88 HP
Torque 319 Nm 130 Nm
Top Speed 165 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 762 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2270 mm