2005 GMC Safari vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (95 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
