1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fiesta | Safari |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
