2005 GMC Safari vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 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 72 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 955 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Safari | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
