1995 GMC Safari vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 97 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 990 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord 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.
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1995 GMC Safari | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |