1998 GMC Safari vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1988 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet 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 | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | GMC | Venturi |
Model | Safari | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |