2000 GMC Safari vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban 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 90 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
