2005 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny 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 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
