2001 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Safari | Toronado |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 91 L |