1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Safari |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
