2005 GMC Safari vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 394 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
