2005 GMC Safari vs. 1978 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 404 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 125 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 829 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 404. 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. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1978 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Safari | 404 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
