1995 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |