2002 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Statesman (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman.
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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Safari | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
