1998 GMC Safari vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 81 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 845 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |