2004 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B 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 33 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 213 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | P5B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
