1995 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Fairlane | Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1955 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 |