2004 GMC Safari vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
