1998 GMC Safari vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 895 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | GMC | TVR |
Model | Safari | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |