1999 GMC Safari vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 89 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
