1984 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort 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) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
