2005 GMC Safari vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 103 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |