2004 GMC Safari vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter 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 131 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 953 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (339 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 97 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |