1997 GMC Safari vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1962 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1962 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | A10 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2070 mm |