1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 501 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
