2005 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 383 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
