1998 GMC Safari vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 65 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Safari | MK X |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |