2004 GMC Safari vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 124 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
