1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 517 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Nova | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
