2004 GMC Safari vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 720 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Safari | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
