1984 Ford Escort vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 19 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Escort | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Safari |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |