1995 GMC Safari vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 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 57 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 680 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. 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, 1994 Rover 600, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 600 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 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
