1998 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 79 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Safari | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
