2000 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz S 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 32 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 346 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1977 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
