1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Avanti | GMC |
| Model | Avanti | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
