2001 GMC Safari vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Torana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
