1998 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 271 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
