1997 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 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 113 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. 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) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 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 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | MR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |