1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 748 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Sierra | Safari |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |