2005 GMC Safari vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 100 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 965 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Safari | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
