1999 GMC Safari vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 119 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |