1999 GMC Safari vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Saab 99 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 79 more horse power than 1972 Saab 99. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 805 kg more than 1972 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Saab 99. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Safari | 99 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
