1995 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari 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 28 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |