1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 341 kg more than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Thunderbird | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Thunderbird | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |