1995 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 16 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 98 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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, 2011 Opel Combo, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Combo 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 | 2011 Opel Combo | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Safari | Combo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |