1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Camaro | Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 179 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 Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |