2005 GMC Safari vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor 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 141 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 808 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Safari | Victor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 109 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |