2000 GMC Safari vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1972 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1972 Morgan 4 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 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | GMC | Morgan |
Model | Safari | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |