1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 443 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Challenger | Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |