2005 GMC Safari vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley 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 137 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 835 kg more than 1958 Morris Cowley. 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 1958 Morris Cowley. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Safari | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 52 L |
