1998 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1977 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 41 L |