2005 GMC Safari vs. 1941 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
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.
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2005 GMC Safari | 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Safari | 66 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |