1995 Ford Escort vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 73 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 865 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
