2005 GMC Safari vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic 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 131 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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 1980 Honda Civic. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
