1995 GMC Safari vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird 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 82 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
