1999 GMC Safari vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois 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 151 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | GMC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Safari | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
