1998 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Lada Calina 1118
To start off, 2003 Lada Calina 1118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lada Calina 1118 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 875 kg more than 2003 Lada Calina 1118.
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. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Calina 1118 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Calina 1118 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 | 2003 Lada Calina 1118 | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Safari | Calina 1118 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
