1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1979 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1979 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Avanti | GMC |
Model | Avanti | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |