2005 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa 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 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Safari | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
