2004 GMC Safari vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana 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 (190 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Torana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
