1995 GMC Safari vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
Make | GMC | Steyr |
Model | Safari | 700C |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1950 mm |