1999 GMC Safari vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1970 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1970 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
Make | GMC | Lotus |
Model | Safari | Seven |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 34 L |