2004 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 343 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928.
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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 928 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |