1997 GMC Safari vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 177 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G 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.
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1997 GMC Safari | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Safari | 420G |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |