1997 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa 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 134 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1977 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1977 Kia Brisa 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 | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Safari | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
