1999 GMC Safari vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante 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 157 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
