2002 GMC Safari vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Safari | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Safari | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
