2005 GMC Safari vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 92 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
