1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 326 kg more than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Crown Victoria | Safari |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |