1991 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Safari |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |