2005 GMC Safari vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB 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 131 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 875 kg more than 1943 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Jeep MB. (145 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1943 Jeep MB | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Safari | MB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
