2005 GMC Safari vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 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 101 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 785 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Safari | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
