2005 GMC Safari vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 126 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Safari | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
