1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 800 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
