1995 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 637 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Sentra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |