1998 GMC Safari vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 64 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1998 GMC Safari 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make GMC Oldsmobile
Model Safari Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1998 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 4127 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5610 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3030 mm


 

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