2000 GMC Safari vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 93 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 924 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
