1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Safari |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |