2005 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 809 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Safari | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
