2005 GMC Safari vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona 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 161 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 788 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 29 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 64 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |