1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra 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 113 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 945 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra 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:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
