2001 GMC Safari vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 111 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 845 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1972 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1972 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Safari | Victor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |