2004 GMC Safari vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 403 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 52 L |
