2004 GMC Safari vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 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 110 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 527 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | 140 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |