1995 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 18 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 16 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 399 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Outback |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |