2005 GMC Safari vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 15 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 539 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (240 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Safari | Carlton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |